Principal - Miami Gardens/ North Dade Area

Bridgeprep Academy, Inc.•Miami Gardens, FL

About The Position

The Principal is the instructional and cultural leader of the school, responsible for ensuring strong student achievement, effective teaching practices, a safe and positive school climate, and operational excellence. Reporting to the VP of Schools, the Principal manages all aspects of the campus, including instruction, staff development, student supports, parent engagement, operations, budget and compliance. The Principal builds and leads a high-performing team, implements curriculum with fidelity, ensures strong learning environments, and drives the systems that lead to exceptional academic and operational outcomes. This role requires a dynamic instructional leader who can inspire teachers, hold high expectations, build effective systems, and cultivate a school culture where every student is known, supported, and successful.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited institution (Master’s preferred)
At least 3+ years of teaching experience
3+ years of leadership experience; proven track record of achieving success and leading others

Responsibilities

Ensure every classroom delivers rigorous, standards-aligned instruction monitoring the curriculum, pacing, assessments and instructional framework.
Lead weekly coaching cycles for teachers, instructional staff and admin team.
Conduct weekly walkthroughs and provide real-time feedback to improve teaching.
Manage and coach Assistant Principals and Instructional Coaches.
Ensure full ESE and 504 compliance and high-quality inclusion practices.
Lead weekly data meetings with admin/teachers to analyze student performance and plan instructional adjustments.
Implement timely reteach plans and targeted intervention lessons.
Monitor progress toward academic goals and create intervention plans when students are off track.
Build a warm, structured, safe, and joyful school environment.
Implement consistent behavioral expectations and a strong discipline system.
Manage and coach Dean of Operations to ensure safety and cleanliness of the building.
Engage families as partners in student learning through clear communication and regular updates.
Hire and onboard high-quality teachers and staff.
Conduct annual performance evaluations and ongoing coaching.
Maintain a positive, professional staff culture with high engagement and teacher retention.
Managing leadership team to deliver results (e.g. Dean of Operations leading recruitment and FTE)
Ensure staffing allocations align to enrollment, FTE projections, and academic priorities.
Make data-informed decisions around resource allocation (interventions, staffing, materials, programs)
Ensure responsible use of funds and adherence to all financial policies and controls.
Aim to end the year with a 3% positive fund balance.
Ensure smooth daily campus operations that support a safe, orderly, and instructionally focused learning environment.
Partner with the Dean of Operations to oversee enrollment, attendance, FTE reporting, scheduling, transportation, NSLP, and facilities.
Maintain high standards for campus safety, cleanliness, and facility readiness.
Ensure full compliance with district, state, and charter requirements, including audits and reporting deadlines.
Lead crisis response and emergency preparedness, ensuring staff are trained and protocols are followed.
Ensure every classroom provides rigorous, student-centered learning and that all students receive the instruction, support, and culture they need to achieve academic success and personal growth.